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The past few months have been a cascade of lost muscle mass (and weight in general). I'm beginning suspect cancer induced cachexia although my MO hasn't mentioned it. Part of the problem is that our last visits have been virtual so he hasn't gotten to really see what is obvious to me. Has anyone else had this diagnosis?

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Tall_Allen

Does cannabis help?

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Haven't tried any cannabis products. Guess I'll give them a shot, although the anorexia often associated with this isn't strong.

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GP24

You could add Dexamethasone.

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Dmwalker

I eat (although very small portions at a time for fear of stomach upset). My arms and legs are emaciated right now. Not so many months ago I was still hiking and sailing.

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j-o-h-n

Malted milk (with ice cream).....or Shakes (with ice cream)....

Good Luck, Good Health and Good Humor.

j-o-h-n Sunday 03/21/2021 6:51 PM DST

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